2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
